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MJ08 ZGU

2008 Honda Civic

Black Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

58,035 mi
Last recorded58,035 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ08 ZGU
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2026 58,035 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 17 Apr 2026 58,035 miles

Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Apr 2025 56,521 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin Front and rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Feb 2024 55,239 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Mar 2023 54,068 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and nearside front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Feb 2022 53,014 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Feb 2021 51,518 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2020 50,511 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 27 Jan 2020 50,510 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 Jan 2019 47,422 miles

Offside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear both rear's tyre's are cracking with age

Pass 22 Jan 2018 42,496 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear both rear's tyre's are cracking advice to change soon

has underneath covers fitted

Fail 20 Jan 2018 42,496 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure marked in yellow 225/45/17 (4.1.D.1b)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear both rear's tyre's are cracking advice to change soon

has underneath covers fitted

Pass 10 Jan 2017 40,609 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2016 37,441 miles

Child seat fitted,not allowing full inspection of adult belts.

Nearside Rear Slight age cracking on outer sidewall.

Pass 14 Jan 2015 34,495 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2015 34,495 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Jan 2014 31,022 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Jan 2013 26,252 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2012 18,634 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

How Reliable is the Honda Civic?

Based on 9,391,580 MOT tests across 693,715 vehicles.

73.7%
Pass Rate
6,044
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
693,715
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 307,913
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 187,316
Stop lamp not working 163,967
position lamp(s) not working 160,748
constant velocity joint gaiter split 132,914
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MJ08 ZGU is a 2008 Honda Civic in Black with a 1,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2008 Honda Civic models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.7% with a typical mileage of 78,524 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda Civic fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 307,913 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MJ08 ZGU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Civic typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 18 years old, this Honda Civic is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MJ08 ZGU registered?

MJ08 ZGU is a 2008 Honda Civic, first registered on 25 June 2008.

Is MJ08 ZGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for MJ08 ZGU shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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